EverQuest Goes Solo

Sony Computer Entertainment has announced their first ever single-player console game - Champions of Norrath: Realms of EverQuest.

Author: Kyle Sutton

Published: June 20, 2003

Sony Computer Entertainment has already made their claim to fame through the MMORPG EverQuest, as well as its various expansions. Today, though, SOE made a giant leap into the world of single-player gaming with the announcement of Champions of Norrath: Realms of EverQuest.

"Champions of Norrath is a brand new franchise for Sony Online Entertainment, bringing our unique fantasy universe to PlayStation 2 gamers in an exciting, action packed role-playing game," said Don Vercelli, senior vice president of sales and marketing, Sony Online Entertainment. "Not only does the game have a deep, single-player campaign, but it also includes a free online multiplayer component, allowing up to four friends to adventure together using their own internet connections."

Developed by Snowblind Studios, Champions of Norrath: Realms of EverQuest is packed with thousands of items, weapons and spells, unparalleled character customization, randomly generated dungeons that create a different and unique gameplay experience with each adventure, and a detailed 3D engine with multiple camera angles. And as if they game's single-player experience isn't innovative enough, Champions of Norrath also offers an online mode (for no additional cost) which allows players all across North America to work together, where up to four players can adventure in Norrath.

Additional features include:

[list][li]Engrossing fantasy storyline set several hundred years before the before the current EverQuest PC game -- players do not need to be familiar with EQ lore to enjoy the game[/li]

[li]Fully interactive 3D environments that push the PlayStation capabilities with stunning lighting and visual effects; capable of handling 30 to 40 characters on screen at once in spectacular battles[/list][/li]Champions of Norrath: Realms of EverQuest will be shipping to U.S. and Canadian retail stores this Fall. For more information on the game, visit www.championsofnorrath.com.